Category Archives: running

Celebrating Three Years of Running

Posted on 23 November 2010 by mark

I celebrated over three years of running by walking yesterday after finding the race bib that fueled my journey.  It all started with walking. The walk turned into a trot. The trot turned into a walk/jog, evolved into a walk/run, … Continue reading →

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Stronger. Lighter. Faster.

Posted on 31 October 2010 by mark

I’m changing up my training. I’m reducing my running volume and intensity to focus on getting stronger, lighter, and faster.  It’s all about taking charge of what I can change to extend my life, live it fully, and live it … Continue reading →

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The Last Chicago Marathon

Posted on 25 October 2010 by mark

Next year will be my last Chicago Marathon.  I accepted its challenge four times already.  There are many more challenging courses out there calling out to me.  I think it’s time to move on. I want to enjoy the race … Continue reading →

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Declaring Runner’s High Five Day

Posted on 23 October 2010 by mark

Okay, so I’m declaring October 29th Runner’s High Five Day.  It’s one of those days to bond with fellow runners and walkers.  We’re doing something special out there.  We’re getting in shape, staying in shape, creating a positive persona, pushing … Continue reading →

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Decisions… Decisions…

Posted on 21 October 2010 by mark

There’s a lot of things I want to do an accomplish. I tend to make overly ambitious plans.  I become overwhelmed when external or unaccounted problems occur. If I do too much and leave no room for error, any small … Continue reading →

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More 2010 Chicago Marathon Race Reports

Posted on 13 October 2010 by mark

I love reading race reports from other perspectives.  I pull myself into their world and see inside their hearts, mind, and spirit. I think I’m the only runner that doesn’t have pre or post marathon photos.  The only evidence I … Continue reading →

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2010 Chicago Marathon Recap/Report

Posted on 10 October 2010 by mark

I set three goals for the Chicago Marathon. Finish the race. Earn a personal best. Earn a personal best in under four hours. Two out of three goals accomplished. Not bad I’d say. The day greeted us with great weather … Continue reading →

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